Senior Data Platform Architect

Department: IT Tech Solution Arch-Corp

About the role

Banner Health's Data Platform Team is building the modern data platform that runs on Databricks and AWS, supporting everything from claims and clinical data to population health analytics and AI-enabled by data. We're looking for a Data Architect to lead Databricks solution architecture end-to-end — designing PHI-compliant data patterns, defining the architectural standards for how data moves from Bronze through Gold and how entity resolution and claims data get handled, and partnering with enterprise and cloud architecture teams to ensure what we build fits inside Banner's broader security posture.

You'll be the person in the room when a new data pattern needs a PHI-safe design, and the person who can explain why it's built that way to both a cloud architect and a compliance reviewer. You define the patterns and standards — engineering teams build against them. This isn't a design-and-hand-off role. You'll work directly with analytics leaders to translate platform capabilities into terms they can act on, and you'll work directly with data engineers on coding standards, CI/CD practices, and Gold-layer development patterns — teaching the practices, not just documenting them.

This is a remote position available if you live in the following states: AL, AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV & WY.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of complex, multi-domain healthcare solutions using Azure, AWS, and hybrid architectures.
• Architect AI/ML-enabled applications for predictive analytics, clinical decision support, and operational efficiency.
• Define and enforce architecture governance, ensuring adherence to HIPAA, HITECH, PCI, NIS 800-53, and internal security standards.
• Develop cloud adoption roadmaps, including Azure Landing Zones or AWS Landing Zones, hybrid connectivity, and more.
• Evaluate and select vendor solutions, balancing innovation, cost, compliance, and operational readiness.
• In collaboration with Enterprise Architects, create and maintain architectural artifacts, archetypes, reference architectures, and capability roadmaps for enterprise consumption and integration to the Enterprise Architecture roadmap.
• Provide thought leadership in AI ethics, data governance, and healthcare-specific deployment strategies.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Architects, executives, clinicians, and IT Leaders to align technology with business goals.
• Relentless focus on delivering outcomes and value to our business in partnership with Senior Leadership, stakeholders, and vendor partners to develop architectures, strategies, and guidance in support of strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10 years of progressive IT experience in development, infrastructure, or systems analysis, and 4+ years of solution or enterprise architecture.
• Must obtain one or more of the following certifications within one year of hire: Microsoft Certified Azure Solution Architect Expert, AWS Certified Solution Architect Professional, Google Professional Cloud Architect, TOGAF Certified Architect, or ITIL Intermediate.
• Proven experience in cloud-based healthcare solutions, including AI/ML deployments.
• Strong understanding of healthcare compliance, interoperability, and security.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in healthcare or a regulated industry.
• 5+ years of experience designing solutions utilizing AI components.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Proven mentorship of junior architects or engineers.
• Preferred certifications: Microsoft Certified Cybersecurity Architect Expert, AWS Certified Machine Learning Specialty, Salesforce Certified Technical Architect.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM AZ time zone.

Pay

Estimated pay range: $65.70 - $109.50 per hour. Actual pay determined at offer will be based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location, along with a review of current employees in similar roles to ensure pay equity is achieved and maintained.

Benefits

Banner Health offers a variety of benefit plans to help you and your family, including health and financial security options. We provide opportunities to apply your expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader, with stimulating and rewarding careers in disciplines such as Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs, and Public Relations.